Obituaries
Ruth Ann Sparks
Sep 22, 2019
Ruth Ann Sparks, 81, of Akron passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born on May 14, 1938, the daughter of Kenneth and Mary {Hughes} Sawders, who preceded her in death, along with Ruth's son, Gregory. Ruth is survived by her loving husband, Bobby; children Pamela Sparks, Jeff (Debbie) Sparks, and Steven...
Ruth Marie Myers
Sep 22, 2019
Ruth Marie Myers, 69, of Akron, passed away on September 22, 2019. She was born in Akron on September 30, 1949 to Carl Wayne and Patcey Wilkinson. Ruth graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1967 and spent her career caring for others as a nursing assistant. She was devoted to her family and loved to keep in touch with others...
John Patrick Curley
Sep 21, 2019
John Patrick Curley, 63, of Akron, passed away on September 21, 2019. He was born in Akron on December 29, 1955 to the late Eugene and Gwelda Curley. John spent 35 years as a building engineer with McKinley, Inc. He loved spending his free time outdoors, fishing and hunting. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and devoted himself...
Carole Sharon Ruggles Phillips
Sep 21, 2019
Carole Sharon Ruggles Phillips, 77, of Rootstown, passed away suddenly on September 21, 2019. A longtime resident of Ohio, she was born in Beckley, WV. Carole enjoyed crafting so much that she owned her own craft shop in Rootstown for a short time. She was a social media butterfly and enjoyed reconnecting with family and friends through playing Yahtzee, Words,...
Gladys Jean Parks
Sep 21, 2019
Gladys Jean (McMurray) ParksGladys passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of September 21, 2019. She was born in Akron, Ohio on January 19, 1931. Gladys was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who's greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She was also a devoted member of the Christian congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.She was...
William E. Ott
Sep 20, 2019
William "Bill" Ott, age 57, of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019. Bill was born on October 19, 1961 to parents Donley "Gene" and Jennice "Lorraine" Ott.Bill graduated from Marlington High School in 1980. He enjoyed working on automobiles. He was an electrician, but he was truly a jack of all trades. Bill spent time in...
Ami Renee Younkin
Sep 20, 2019
Ami Renee Younkin (nee Duff), 47, of Akron, passed away on September 20, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was born in Akron on April 3, 1972. Ami graduated from Ellet High School and was employed as a manager at Dave's Grocery for 15 years. Ami loved being in the sun. Some of her favorite memories were her trips to...
Pamela May
Sep 20, 2019
Pamela "Pam" May, a beautiful daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on September 20, 2019 after a brief illness. Her family and friends will miss her dearly and they know she will walk beside them everyday sending her blessings. Pam had an undying love for family and friends. She enjoyed spending time working on crafts and crocheting, traveling...
Gary W. Ispan
Sep 20, 2019
Gary W. Ispan, 62, passed away September 20, 2019 with his family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Frank and Mildred (Bauer) Ispan, he was a lifelong area resident. A U.S. Army Veteran, he greatly enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hiking, watching the Buckeyes and Steelers, and spending time with his family.In addition to his parents, he is preceded...
Joyce Ann Jarvis
Sep 20, 2019
Joyce Ann Jarvis, age 61 of Akron, Ohio, died on September 20, 2019 at her home. She was born on September 19, 1958 in Akron, the daughter of the late Roy and Betty (nee Turney) Jarvis. Joyce had a huge heart and loved her family. She enjoyed listening to music and liked to sing. Her greatest joy were her two...
Suzanne Maselli
Sep 19, 2019
Suzanne Maselli (nee Golden), age 80, of Akron, OH passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019. She was born to parents Virgil and Elinor Golden on November 8, 1938 in Akron. Suzanne was a loving mother and when her children were growing up, she would always attend their sporting events. She enjoyed family gatherings and loved to shop. Preceding her...
Gladys Ruth Duffield
Sep 18, 2019
Gladys Ruth Duffield, 90, passed away September 18, 2019 with her family by her side. Born and raised in Shinnston, WV, she came to Akron, OH in 1943 and resided in the Ellet area, later moving to Portage Lakes in 1967. Ruth was a retired school bus driver for the Coventry Local Schools and was a member of the Cottage...
Barbara A. Pryor
Sep 18, 2019
Barbara A. Pryor, "Barb", age 81 of Akron, Ohio, died on September 18, 2019 at Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls. She was born on August 16, 1938 in Akron, the daughter of the late Carol Victor and Mary (nee Wright) Salyards. Barb was a demo lady for many years for Acme Grocery Stores. She enjoyed crafting and cooking.Survivors include her husband,...
Jerry M. Whitis
Sep 17, 2019
Jerry M. Whitis, 76, of Stow, OH, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. He was born on November 24, 1942 to parents William and Eva Mae Whitis in Somerset, KY. Jerry was very proud to serve his country as a Navy Veteran. He liked to stay active and really enjoyed going to church, bowling, playing the banjo, playing the...
Suzanne "Suzie" H. Blevins
Sep 17, 2019
Suzanne "Suzie" H. Blevins, 74, passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side on September 17, 2019. A lifelong resident of Akron, she graduated from Central Hower HS and retired from Akron City - Summa Health Systems after 43 years of service. Suzanne was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was outspoken and loved by all. Suzie...
William E. Dixon
Sep 17, 2019
William E. Dixon, 82, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at Akron City Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on June 9, 1937, the son of Robert and Helen Dixon.William was part of the class of 1956 at North High School, where he played basketball and football. He retired from RCA Rubber after 34 years...
Charles W. Ports
Sep 17, 2019
Charles W. Ports, "Sonny", age 71 of Green, Ohio, died on September 17, 2019 at Akron General Hospital.He was born on September 25, 1947 in Akron, the son of the late Robert C. Ports and Helen L. Worrells.Sonny was a graduate of Springfield High School, class of 1966. Following high school and college, Chuck enlisted in the US Armed Forces...
Walter L. Worthy
Sep 16, 2019
Walter L. Worthy "Papa", 87, of Akron, passed away suddenly on September 16, 2019. Papa was born on June 27, 1932 in Georgetown, Georgia to the late Green and Louise Worthy. He proudly served in the U.S. AirForce, stationed in Alaska. He spent his career as an accountant at Goodyear Tire and Rubber, retiring after 35 years. He continued working...
Dennis W. Liston
Sep 16, 2019
Dennis W. Liston, 78 of Akron, passed into God's arms on Monday, September 16, 2019 at his home. He was born on February 7, 1941, the son of Robert and Ruby {Knight} Liston, who preceded him in death. Also preceding Dennis was his beloved wife of 55 years, Linda, who passed in 2014. Dennis will be sadly missed by his...
Joel Christian Malek
Sep 15, 2019
Joel Christian Malek, 36, of Akron passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 15, 2019. He was born on March 24, 1983, the son of Donald J. Malek and Erin A. Keller-Watson. Joel will be sadly missed by his parents; sister Jessica Malek-Kent; extended family in California; and many dear friends in California and Ohio. Joel loved nature, and being outside....
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